Rethinking the need for long-term care insurance

TULSA: A study suggests that more people than previously thought will require long-term care at some point but that their need will last for a shorter period of time.

“Our study shows that the risks are high,” said the report writer. They are 44% for Read More »

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50+ unlikely to get job again, claims study

LOS ANGELES: A new report suggests that people over the age of 50 have a higher chance of becoming permanently jobless compared to younger people.

The research suggests that people aged between 50 and 64 who experienced a change in their economic status, just under Read More »

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Dementia support flying squad to be formed to support skilled nursing homes

BOSTON: Multidisciplinary ‘Severe Behaviur Response Teams’ will provide expert advice to residential aged care facilities that need assistance caring for residents with severe behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) under a new initiative. Read More »

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Seniors housing developers compete for Global Award

NEW YORK: The thirty-ninth entry for the seniors housing Global Award for 2015 has been received.

Construction is underway on a new 121-bed senior living center. The 60,000 square foot center is being developed by The Javelin Group of Dallas, Texas, and will be operated by Read More »

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